Education Specialist (School Health)
Organizational Context
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is a UN body mandated to assist and protect approximately 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees across the Middle East. With over 30,000 staff, it is the largest UN operation in the region, providing essential services including education, health, and social services. This role is part of the Education Programme in the West Bank Field Office.
Job Purpose
The Education Specialist (School Health) provides crucial technical support to ensure equitable, inclusive, and quality education for all assigned staff in the West Bank. This role involves monitoring and supporting the professional development of teachers in cooperation with School Principals to enhance inclusive teaching and learning practices. The specialist aims to foster safe and effective learning environments within schools. The position contributes to the overall mission of UNRWA to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development by ensuring high standards in educational delivery and teacher support, pending a just solution to their plight.
Responsibilities
The Education Specialist is responsible for providing direct support to schools and teachers through co-teaching, classroom observations, and the demonstration of instructional resources. They will monitor the implementation of inclusive teaching methods and techniques. The role involves supporting continuing professional development programs for teachers and advising on comprehensive development plans aligned with competencies. Additionally, the specialist will assist School Principals in developing and evaluating School Development Plans and coordinate professional development needs to enhance school ethos. Support will also be provided for curriculum analysis, enrichment, and the identification of appropriate teaching and learning tools to meet diverse student needs. The specialist will contribute to quality assurance initiatives and assist in assessing student achievement to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Participation in the selection and performance management of teachers is also a key duty.
Work Experience
A minimum of eight years of satisfactory teaching experience in any subject taught in UNRWA schools is required. Possession of a valid driving license is desirable. Candidates are also required to declare current involvement in outside activities.
Skills
UN Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: Communication, Working with People, Drive for Results. Functional Competencies: Applying Technical Expertise, Analyzing, Formulating Strategies and Concepts, Planning and Organizing, Creating and Innovating.